Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Questions Practice Question
A client has been taking lisinopril for 3 months. The client reports to the nurse a persistent dry cough that began about 1 month ago. The nurse interprets that the most likely reason for the client's complaint is what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A frequent side effect of therapy with any of the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, such as lisinopril, is the appearance of a persistent, dry cough. The cough generally does not improve while the client is taking the medication. Clients are advised to notify the primary health care provider if the cough becomes very troublesome to them. The other options are incorrect interpretations.
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